May15
As an MEP Procurement Manager in high-pressure construction projects, I’ve learned that risk is not a disruption—it’s a direction.
In the world of building systems—HVAC, electrical panels, sanitary equipment—the smallest delay can stall entire site sequences. Add global supply constraints, technical dependencies, and strict delivery milestones, and procurement becomes a race against uncertainty.
But risk analysis isn't a defensive move. It’s a strategic tool.
By structuring a proactive procurement risk framework, we can:
Map supply chain exposure against project timelines
Identify long-lead and compliance-critical items early (e.g., switchboards, chillers)
Develop RFQs around risk tiers, not just product specs
Hold suppliers accountable through milestone-driven contracts
Align procurement with site logistics, engineering approvals, and commissioning phases
In MEP procurement, timing is everything. And structured risk analysis gives us the foresight to make smarter calls, not just faster ones.
When procurement is treated as an engine for control, clarity, and resilience, risk stops being a threat—and becomes the reason we succeed.
By Athina Tsoni
Keywords: Construction, Procurement, Risk Management
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